At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic retail team and create stunning displays in a thriving garden centre.
- Company: Join a respected family-run garden centre with exciting growth plans.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, sociable hours, and free on-site parking.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in retail while inspiring customers and your team.
- Qualifications: Retail management experience and a passion for visual merchandising required.
The predicted salary is between 34000 - 34000 £ per year.
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Salary: DOE
Hours: Full-Time, 50% Weekends
Are you an experienced retail leader with a passion for visual merchandising, team leadership, and creating an exceptional customer experience? We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established and ambitious family-run garden centre for a Shop Manager to lead their indoor department. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a thriving retail environment, overseeing everything from product buying and merchandising to team leadership and seasonal displays. If you're proactive, enjoy leading a team, and love the fast-paced nature of retail, this could be the perfect next step in your career - with the added benefit of sociable working hours and a supportive management team.
About the Business
Our client is a highly respected garden centre with a loyal customer base and exciting plans for the future. Known for delivering excellent customer service and inspiring retail displays, they offer a wide range of gardening products, home decor, giftware, outdoor living items, and seasonal ranges. The business prides itself on maintaining high retail standards while creating a welcoming and enjoyable experience for both dedicated gardeners and casual visitors.
About the Role
As Shop Manager, you'll take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the indoor retail shop, leading a team of around 15 colleagues. You'll play a key role in shaping the customer experience through strong leadership and creative merchandising. Your responsibilities will include:
- Overseeing the daily operation of the retail shop floor and tills area
- Leading, motivating, and developing the retail team
- Managing product categories including garden sundries, décor, furniture, compost, giftware, and seasonal ranges
- Taking ownership of product selection and buying decisions
- Creating eye-catching, trend-led merchandising and seasonal displays
- Driving sales performance and profitability across the department
- Maintaining high standards of presentation and customer service
- Managing staffing levels and supporting supervisors/buyers
- Ensuring smooth operational standards across the department
- Working closely with the wider management team to support business growth
The Ideal Candidate
We're looking for someone who:
- Has experience in a retail management, supervisory, or buying role within garden retail or a similar environment
- Is a confident and motivating people leader
- Has a strong commercial mindset with the ability to drive sales and profitability
- Has excellent merchandising and visual presentation skills
- Brings creativity and enthusiasm, particularly around seasonal and Christmas displays
- Can prioritise tasks and stay organised in a busy retail environment
- Communicates clearly and confidently with both customers and colleagues
- Delivers excellent customer service with a positive and proactive approach
- Maintains high standards and attention to detail across all areas of the shop
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary
- Sociable working hours with no evening shifts
- Supportive and collaborative management team
- Free on-site parking
- The opportunity to play a key role in an ambitious and growing business
Typically, the role is worked across 5 days per week, including 50% of weekends.
Shop Manager in Westminster employer: MorePeople
Join a well-established family-run garden centre in South Derbyshire as a Shop Manager, where you'll lead a dedicated team in a vibrant retail environment. Enjoy competitive pay, sociable hours without evening shifts, and the chance to shape an exceptional customer experience while working alongside a supportive management team. With opportunities for personal growth and a focus on high retail standards, this role is perfect for those passionate about retail and customer service.
